- A Autosomal recessive
- B X-linked dominant
- C X-linked recessive
- D Y-linked
Correct answer: C. X-linked recessive
Explanation: X-linked recessive: carrier mother (XAXa) transmits the affected X to half her sons (XaY). Sons have only one X, so they show the disease.
Concept context
Mendel's laws, inheritance patterns, DNA structure, and molecular biology. Core of NEET biology.
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